Zanzibar & Tanzania: Sustainable Development Adventure

From Savannah to Spice Island: Wildlife, Culture, and Community in Coastal East Africa

Wildlife Conservation in Action

Gain rare, hands-on insight into Saadani’s lion and sea turtle protection projects, learning directly from the rangers and researchers safeguarding this unique coastal ecosystem.

Work alongside inspiring young Zanzibaris leading local action on plastic waste, climate change, and sustainable living, sharing ideas and creating solutions together.

Explore Saadani National Park

Explore Saadani’s wild terrain by jeep, boat, and on foot, spotting elephants, hippos, giraffes, and rare coastal species in one of Africa’s most unique national parks.

Zanzibar & Mnemba Atoll

Wander Stone Town’s spice-scented streets and connect with an island rich in history and heart. Snorkel in the turquoise waters of the biodiverse Mnemba Marine Conservation Area.

Sustainability Champions Project

Age Category

6 to 12 participants

Price

18 to 35

Join Our Group Adventure

Date & Duration

20th June, 2026 - 11 Days & 10 Nights

Group Size

£2,975 Per Person

Destination

Zanzibar & Tanzania

Difficulty Rating

Moderate

Price Includes:

Activities (As identified in the itinerary)

Accommodation

Guide Services

Internal Transfers

Meals (10B, 4L, 10D)

Solo Travellers:

Single travellers do not need to pay a supplement. This means that the accommodation is on a twin-share basis and, if you are travelling on your own, you will be sharing a room with another participant of the same sex.

Price Excludes:

International flights

Travel Insurance

Single supplements

Tips and gratuities

Personal Expenses

Overview

Detailed Itinerary

Please note that the final itinerary is subject to change. Specific details such as flights and hotels will be confirmed at a later date. The itinerary may also change due to health and safety reasons during the trip.

Day 1 - Arrival Day - Dar Es Salaam - Welcome Dinner

Day 2 - Saadani National Park - Game Drive & Boat Safari

Day 3 - Saadani - Lion Conservation & Green Turtle Projects

Day 4 - Saadani - A Day with the Sustainability Champions

Day 5 - Saadani - Game Drive with the Lion Conservation Team - Bab's Camp

Day 6 - Saadani - Foot Safari & Game Drive - Transfer to Zanzibar

Day 7 - Zanzibar - Sustainable Champions Project Day

Day 8 - Zanzibar - Mnemba Atoll - Boat Trip & Snorkelling

Day 9 - Zanzibar - Sustainable Champions Presentation - Stone Town

Day 10 - Zanzibar - Time to Chill

Day 11 - End of Tour - Transfer to Airport - Flight Home

Biodiversity & Habitat Conservation: Work alongside rangers in Saadani National Park to support lion tracking and habitat protection, contributing to community-led efforts to conserve one of East Africa’s most unique ecosystems.

All tours with Red Kite Adventures support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by incorporating meaningful experiences and initiatives that focus on sustainability, community well-being, and cultural preservation.

Grassroots Climate Action: Collaborate with Zanzibar’s Sustainability Champions on youth-driven projects tackling waste, climate change, and sustainable living in local communities.

Learning Through Global Citizenship: Build your understanding of sustainability and systems thinking through real-world experiences that develop knowledge, skills, and action for a better future.

Marine Wildlife Protection: Join turtle conservation activities and explore how coastal communities are safeguarding marine life through sustainable tourism and ocean stewardship.

Two Worlds, One Adventure

Perhaps the most romantic evocation on the planet, Zanzibar’s turquoise waters and white sand beaches offer the quintessential tropical paradise. Few know about its equally stunning neighbour, Saadani, a short hop by plane across the Zanzibar channel. Saadani’s wild, deserted beaches are home to baboons, breeding green turtles, and even the odd lion. Elephants gather in significant numbers in the thick vegetation of Elephant Island, before traversing the open salt flats into Saadani National Park.

Zanzibar is a tapestry of turquoise waters, spice-scented streets, and vibrant island life.

Dive into the coral-rich waters around Mnemba Atoll. Wander the UNESCO-listed alleys of Stone Town, where African, Arab, and European influences blend in every doorway. Then unwind on Zanzibar’s iconic white-sand beaches, where crystal-clear tides reflect the island’s rhythm of life. From culture to coastline, Zanzibar offers depth, beauty, and stories waiting to be discovered.

Saadani is where the wild meets the waves. East Africa’s only national park on the ocean’s edge.

Wake to the calls of colobus monkeys and the splash of hippos in the Wami River. Explore a rare landscape where elephants and lions roam just metres from the surf, and conservation efforts protect both land and sea. Whether tracking wildlife on safari or drifting past mangroves by boat, Saadani offers raw beauty, rich biodiversity, and a glimpse into the future of coastal conservation.

Zanzibar Spice Island

Saadani National Park

The Zanzibari Sustainability Champions

Developed by our partners, A Tent With A View, in collaboration with local communities, the Sustainability Champions Programme supports young Zanzibaris to become leaders in climate action and sustainable development. These Champions, students, volunteers, and grassroots activists, are working at the frontline of environmental change, tackling issues like plastic pollution, food waste, deforestation, and community resilience.

During this Red Kite Adventure, you’ll work alongside Zanzibar’s inspiring Sustainability Champions on a powerful environmental project. You will be helping the children to create a short film highlighting the serious issue of waste and pollution washing up from Zanzibar onto the shores of Saadani National Park. From visiting affected coastal areas to contributing ideas and content through interviews, visuals, and storytelling, you’ll play a vital role in shaping a message that matters. The finished film will be presented to the Ministry for Environment of Zanzibar to raise awareness and push for real change. It’s a unique opportunity to collaborate across cultures, take meaningful action, and contribute to a movement for a cleaner, more sustainable future.

The wonderful photos of Saadani National Park and the Sustainability Champions have been provided by 'A Tent With A View'

The Saadani Lion & Turtle Conservation Project

On this adventure, you will have the unique opportunity to learn alongside 'A Tent With A View's' conservation teams in Saadani.

In their words:

"Saadani National Park is a microcosm of most of the issues relating to conservation around the world, both on land and in the sea. It is under pressure from charcoal burning, pastoralism and poaching of animals on land. It also faces pressure from coastal erosion, coral reef destruction and ocean plastics along its beachfront.

We have built a dedicated research centre at our Simply Saadani camp from which we operate a Green Turtle project, now in its 20th year, and a new lion project started in 2024. Studying the unique coastal lions of Saadani will bring more attention to the park and provide a catalyst to looking at the wider habitat conflict issues which surround it and many other protected areas around the world."

Guided by their expert rangers and conservationists, you’ll help record lion movement patterns, learn about tracking techniques, and understand the challenges of human-wildlife co-existence in coastal ecosystems. Along the shoreline, you’ll assist with turtle nest monitoring, explore hatchling protection methods, and learn how community engagement plays a vital role in preserving these endangered species.

What you will do:

To find out more about these projects and their wonderful Sustainable Development Goal Centres, please click here:

Who are these adventures for?

18 to 35 year olds who:

• Have a sense of adventure

• Have the desire to travel and experience new things

• Have a passion for sustainable development issues, such as the environment and social equity

• Enjoy giving back to the world through service work

• Want to build connections with other people and communities

Who are they not for?

These trips are not right for you if you:

• Have no interest in sustainability issues

• Are unable to work in a team and be kind and considerate to your other team members

• Are unwilling to behave in a culturally sensitive manner

• Want to sleep all day and party all night

Why Book A Red Kite Adventure?

Your travel choices matter. Every Red Kite Adventure supports sustainable practices and empowers local communities worldwide.

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Phone

+44 1242502269

Email

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Zanzibar & Tanzania for All

If you like what you see but want to take a trip as a family or an individual then we can help!

Red Kite Adventures can arrange a once-in-a-lifetime experience across Tanzania and Zanzibar, tailored to suit solo travellers, families, or group adventures. From safaris and conservation projects on the mainland to cultural exploration and community engagement on the island, every part of your journey is carefully curated with purpose, comfort, and connection in mind. We work closely with our trusted partner A Tent With A View, whose team delivers exceptional hospitality, local insight, and a strong commitment to responsible, sustainable tourism.

Here are just some of the unforgettable experiences waiting for you:

• Tracking lions and learning from rangers in Saadani National Park, where wildlife roams just metres from the surf

• Snorkelling over coral reefs and supporting sea turtle conservation on the Indian Ocean coast

• Drifting down the Wami River by boat, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife at sunset

• Exploring the winding alleys and spice markets of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site

• Relaxing on powder-white beaches and swimming in crystal-clear waters under the palm trees

Want to see more? We can help you personalise your experience with optional extras like:

• Visiting the protected waters of Mnemba Atoll for world-class snorkelling

• Learning Swahili cooking from local chefs in a beachside village

• Kayaking through mangrove forests and learning about blue carbon ecosystems

• Adding a classic mainland safari to the Serengeti or Ngorongoro Crater

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